The Great Gatsby Ch. 6 & 7

Which of the following statements is NOT true about Gatsby's background?

• He was originally named James Gatz.

• He came from a family of poor North Dakota farmers.

• He accidentally befriended a millionaire in his youth.

• He inherited his wealth from a distant relative.

What is Tom's reaction to the idea that Gatsby might have made his money through bootlegging?

• He is intrigued and asks Gatsby more questions about it.

• He accuses Gatsby of being involved in illegal activity.

• He defends Gatsby against Nick's implied accusation.

• He doesn't comment on the matter at all.

What is Gatsby's ultimate wish in life, according to Chapter 6?

• To regain Daisy's love.

• To become the wealthiest man in New York.

• To become a famous musician.

• To become a politician.

Analyze the role of the American Dream in Gatsby's character development in Chapter 6.

• The American Dream motivates Gatsby's pursuit of wealth and status.

• The American Dream represents Gatsby's hope for a better future with Daisy.

• The American Dream is a central theme in Chapter 6.

• The American Dream is a false promise that leads to Gatsby's downfall.

What was the weather like?

• Very cold, like an icy wind

• Very hot, broiling

• Moderate, like an ocean breeze

• Frozen, let it go

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At George's garage, Tom learns that --

• George has been stealing from him.

• his car has been tampered with.

• Myrtle is seeing yet another man.

• Myrtle and George are moving.

Was Gatsby even an Oxford man?

• Yes, he was a full Oxford man and attended for a long time.

• Not fully, he attended Oxford for about 5 months.

• Not fully, he attended Oxford for about 2 weeks.

• No, he did not attend Oxford at all.

At the Plaza Hotel, what does Gatsby want Daisy to do?

• Tell Tom she never loved him

• Tell Nick that she hates his guts

• Tell Jordan that she needs to practice her swing more

• Tell Tom that she wants a divorce

Why does Tom let Gatsby and Daisy drive home together?

• He realizes he can’t stand in the way of their love.

• He has decided that they are not actually having an affair.

• He has cut the brakes in their car.

• He realizes that Daisy is not going to leave him for Gatsby.

Who was driving the car that killed Myrtle?

• Gatsby

• Tom

• Nick

• Daisy